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Meaning of enucleation: In medicine, the removal of an organ or tumor in such a way that it comes out clean and whole, like a nut from its shell.

Definition of enucleation

In medicine, the removal of an organ or tumor in such a way that it comes out clean and whole, like a nut from its shell.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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